This is When Narrowboat Living Becomes Difficult

In this video, you will see some of the things that make living off grid on a narrowboat difficult. Join me as I try and manage my narrowboat life on the UK's canals and rivers. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Take care 🌻🦋
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[@bullydully7428]

In a world gone nuts, watching your videos is soothing. It’s like living in a parallel universe where everything is quite and normal.

[@suzannemarshall5328]

I agree

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you! Thank you so much ☺️ Take care 🌻🦋

[@joanneowen4540]

You have brought a delightful treat to the morning here in Canada. Took a break from my chores to find this lovely video pop up! So funny to see Zephyrs "Eeyore" face lol. My heart went out to you for the worrisome struggles that you face...especially when you have to leave Alice Grace. The struggles and fragility of all forms of wildlife you capture so well,it fills the heart with gratitude and appreciation for the little things. All the best in everything you do. Much love and thank you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Joanne.🤗 Thank you so much. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

[@davelee4994]

so true always does lovely videos

[@jonmarston4166]

Yes delightful is the perfect word ❤

[@davebrunette6394]

Another awesome video! I'm a manly man and I like man type stuff, but I never get tired of watching your videos. You are a natural at making videos. I learn something every time I watch one. The beautiful canals and countryside, the wildlife, and the way you film it and put it all together is as good as it gets. You're knowledge, love for nature, and art work is amazing. Maybe draw a picture of Zephyr, she's a beautiful girl! I'll be waiting for the next video.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a compliment- thank you so much 😊 I’m so pleased that you enjoy the vlogs. I really enjoy making them. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

[@vanessascola4708]

You are so right. Always very inspiring. We live in a very strange world.

[@paulroberts5687]

I feel so much more masculine now knowing I'm not the only manly man into man stuff that watches this channel. I usually watch manly stuff like Colin Furse, Harry's garage/farm, auto Alex, All the gear, Tyrells classic workshop, retro power, and loads of sport. But in all seriousness this is a relaxing channel to watch.

[@obiblooze5902]

Was waiting for that 3rd jammie dodger! Lovely vlog again, nature can be heartbreaking. Thanks for sharing with us 💖

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I really needed 3 biscuits this week! 🤭 Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@sarahboatwright3809]

We love playing ‘guess how many biscuits’. This episode had us on tenterhooks! 😂

[@tessapetters3936]

I felt so sad for the beautiful butterfly, who was et the end of life( so short). This week i also found a Mason Bee, who was dying and being attacked by ants. I moved it to a crack in a wall and made some sugar syrup, which i fed it. Then it crawled into the gap and dissapeared. The next day i went back and it came across the wall , buzzing quietly and doing a little circular dance, then it flew onto my hand, before dissapearing for ever, It touched me deeply, as do all wildlife when they struggle alone. I love your wild walks, poetry and paintings too. Just amazing.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Oh your bee story touched my heart, Tessa! That is such a wonderful thing that you did and the bee thanked your for it too. 🐝❤️ Thank you ☺️ Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@tessapetters3936]

@@themindfulnarrowboat You did the same thing for your poor butterfly, its something we have inside us, that make us want to help, no matter how small or what it is. Thank you and have a good week. 🦋🐝❤

[@stevea9604]

Your wonderful kindness to that butterfly says so much of whats in your heart 🥰🤩👍🏻🦋🐛

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind thing to say. Thank you. ☺️🌻🦋

[@peterduffy4207]

22 minutes and 9 seconds of tranquility and beauty. Yet again, thank you Vanessa. Wishing you a fabulous week 🌳☀️

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you, Peter. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@vanessascola4708]

Zephyr is a hero. Your special friend and helper.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

She is ❤️🐾🐾

[@chriscorrie708]

Love watching your back to nature videos something which has been lost by people living in cities etc, have you ever broken done all your yearly costs excluding foods and worked out roughly a monthly cost living on the water thanks ❤

[@peterk4134]

What a lovely way to use your talent and the emotions in poetry . If you are publishing your journal, as is , no editing needed. ….you are mostly alone by yourself, but you are not lonely… how sweet it is.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Peter! Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@Margaret_J]

Definitely a 3 jammy dodger vlog this one 😂 Love Zephyr's Eeyore face 🐾🦋

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It really was a x3 biscuit week! 😂Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@maries3000]

My moment of calm in what has been a busy week. Thank you, Vanessa and Zephyr.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@MarkCSevenSixTwo]

The Anderton boat lift visitor boat cruise is well worth an hour of anyone's time. Not only do you get to go up or down in the boat lift, you also get a thoroughly enjoyable and informative insight into the history of Northwich and the Weaver.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It sounds brilliant 🤩 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

A really lovely video. Love the way you film and edit. The spot you filled with water is where we sat in the shade with Dexter to escape the heat. We love the River Weaver. Hope you are enjoying it too. Beautiful artwork xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The River Weaver is stunning! I absolutely love it here. Dexter was such a magnificent dog wasn’t he? The fact that he lived to such a ripe old age means you must have so many wonderful and precious memories of him. Thank you for sharing that one with me. ❤️ Take care 🤗🌻🦋

[@4950joan]

Another lovely film. The boat lift is amazing I’ve watched it from their cafe. What happens to the deserted grebe chicks, do they just fend for themselves ?? Poor things

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for your kind comment. One adult goes with each group, so it’s not as bad as it could be. Take care 🦋🌻

[@TheJessierb]

dear Vanessa. Wishing you a good journey where ever you are roaming and that Alice Grace stays safe. Thanks again for a lovely vlog starting with Eyore Zephyr and ending with the valiant butterfly. Take care. W xxxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Wendy! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@thequietroom3991]

I absolutely love when you come across kindness from the people you meet on Alice Grace. Often it's the little things that matter though isn't it. I remember you were given a bag of night logs and some Zeph treats. It just makes your heart jump.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

There are so many kind and wonderful people aren’t there? Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@MarkMcginley-vl9ou]

What a wonderful adventurous spirit you are Thank you for sharing your moments of your life with us all im 61 and a adventurous spirit myself but currently working in a manufacturing company in US till my retirement I thoroughly enjoy watching you and your a incredible artist 🎨 with a love for nature as i am also Thank you Vanessa for your intriguing adventures more please🙏😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I hope you get to have your adventures very soon. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🦋🌻

[@michaelhiggins7365]

This was such an interesting video Vanessa. From learning about the sinking buildings due to the salt works, to the Grebes selectively abandoning part of their brood. The Forest Bug was amazing! I sooooooooo loved the way you sketched the water surrounding the Grebe, the blue pencil being so vibrant and the subtle ripples. Bless you Vanessa for this treat.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Michael, I hope you are all well? I'm so pleased that you found the vlog interesting. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@suzannemarshall7458]

Poor Zeph in the rain. Wonderful video as usual!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

She got extra treats that day! 🐾🐾 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@marklomas5584]

Love this video. Very informative, great photography and editing. Like the inclusion of nature, art and poetry. Thank you for entertaining me today and making the world a better place.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Mark. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Take care 🦋🌻

[@marklomas5584]

So sorry to hear about your recent loss. I hope the feedback you get from your followers helps.

[@norm5785]

Thank you for sharing your journey. The Maul definitely handled that can. Everyone stay safe, happy and healthy.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Norm! Take care 🌻🦋

[@vanessascola4708]

So good to be out of my car after a long stressful journey. Needed your mindfulness. Poor you it is really chucking it down. Poor Zephyr too.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I hope you are back safe and rested? Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@hooligan_56labelle22]

Labradors sure love their swims. 👌 🇨🇦 👍

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

They certainly do! 🐾🐾 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@barbarawrigley4242]

Lovely video as always. What a wonderful lifestyle you have, even with the little inconvenience of rubbish disposal. Your knowledge of all natures creatures big and small is amazing. Great work Vanessa 😊😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you, Barbara! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@jasonrarick4649]

Hello from Florida. I've been watching narrow boaters for 5 years now. Yours is the best. You see through the static, yet maneuver within it. I've never been to the UK but I know all the sewers of Manchester because of Martin Zero. (River Irwel) I've been on my 51 year old 32 ft sailboat for about 5 years now. I'm an ace diesel mechanic so you know. A bit Rough with Alice occasionally are we? I bet she has a long and rich history in the canals. (Bow thruster, cart wheels on the side) Your roller water jug is exclusive to the UK so I can't order one, I can make one tho. Your an amazing lady. Your the kind of woman God meant for us to have.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment, Jason. It sounds like you are an expert of the seas! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super week. Take care 🌻🦋

[@PaulB-justme]

Zephyr says "I don't wait for ready steady - I just GOES!" 😂

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Exactly that! 😂🐾🐾🤗 Thank you for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@AnnieIrving]

Loving this part of your journey as I spent 6 months living near Northwich a few years ago, and regularly walked alongside the Weaver and the Trent & Mersey canal. And, yes, I've done the tourist boat trip down the Anderton boat lift. I'm sure you'll enjoy it too. 🙂

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It’s a super area isn’t it? Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@barbohanley3882]

Thank you for another wonderful video Vanessa,take care❣️🇨🇦

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@otter736]

Thanks again Vanessa…another great piece!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much ☺️ Take care 🦋🌻

[@sandylerski9352]

Loved the vlog again Vanessa. Zephyr is such a character. Ruski sends her a hug. Take care.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Sandy! Zeff sends a hug back to Ruski- 🐾🐾🤗 Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@leftymadrid]

Look for the Beauty, and time will pass soon... That's so positive and wonderful. By the way, you look great in pony tails! The rain 🌧️ really was coming down hard in the beginning, but when the sun came through it all looked spectacular. The colours really stand out. Have a pleasant couple of days. So nice, so wonderful, so you.😊 Take care.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That's so kind of you. I wrote that poem for me this week as I have had a very difficult week going to my friend's funeral and I needed to remind myself to look for beautiful things. I find writing poetry really helps me like that. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@leftymadrid]

@@themindfulnarrowboat I'm sorry, I didn't know about the funeral... I mean I knew she had passed on but ... And here I go and say... "have a great couple of days" So sorry. 😞

[@vanessascola4708]

I feel really confused with the strangest weather too. What has actually happened. It is freezing indoors and was really nice today finally. Like your plaits. Very nice. All that hair.

[@annwagner5779]

I’m going through a rough time - your lovely video provides comfort. Take care!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Oh, Ann- I’m so sorry to hear that. I hope things improve for you. Take care 🌻🦋

[@countrycrossstitcher3573]

Nature is harsh when it comes to survival of the fittest. But what beautiful scenery greets you each morning. I hope all was well when you returned to Alice Grace and you were able to travel on through the repaired lock.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It all ended well in the end- thank you so much for asking. Take care 🌻🦋

[@heatherwalton9501]

I've never seen a moth like that before. It looked like the Angel of the North! 😂

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so true! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@rexharvey8420]

Hello Vanessa and Zephyr, the River Weaver looks beautiful in places and it is somewhere I have never cruised, as when I was in the area in 1974 the Anderton Lift was not operating and derelict and we were on a hire boat from Claymore Navigation at Preston Brook, and went up the Llangollen canal to its end and did the spectacular Pontcasilter aqueduct during a three week holiday. When we lived on and cruised our trad boat Galton in the early nineties, we only got as far as Northwich on the Shroppie. I think my Blaze and Zeph are of a similar age. Blaze is now seven years six months, and I note Zeph is a little more white around the muzzle than Blaze is. Hope all goes well during your time away. Stay safe and well both of you, love from Blaze and me xxx.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I think Zephyr has gone grey because she lives with me! 🙈😂 She is 7 and 7 months. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@billycaldwell3804]

Great vlog Vanessa, have a great weekend and stay safe 🙏 .

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

And you have a great weekend too, Billy! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@christineprice5463]

I don't understand why the sunken boats are not pulled out of the canals. Your video is wonderful as usual. I agree that you should draw Zephyr. Have a lovely weekend 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I think pulling the boats out might be too expensive? The concrete one’s probably help to slow down the bank erosion…hopefully. Thank you for your lovely comment, Christine. Take care 🌻🦋

[@Jana-wz7dr]

Oh my, the poor grebe mom having to choose! And the butterflies, nature can seem so cruel, but she has a method to what she does.

[@butchieblock9118]

I wonder if she chooses one that maybe needs more assistance? I hope it's not the other way around!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Jana, please don't worry about the grebes because the male adult is with the ones that the female adult hasn't chosen.Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@Jana-wz7dr]

@@themindfulnarrowboat thanks for telling me! Have a great weekend.

[@kellinomnom]

Your videos are very soothing.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased you find them soothing. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@sarahjones4124]

If you are going to model yourself on anyone Zephyr couldn't do much better than Eyeore...Love the plaits! Thanks for another uplifting & interesting film Vanessa ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Eyeore is adorable isn't he? 🤗Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@irenedavo3768]

@@themindfulnarrowboatgetting colder now!

[@markwhitehead64]

Hi can I just say what a lovely video and just how much I enjoyed watching looks lovely were you are and the lift bridge look amazing you really should get the books published they are amazing can’t wait to see your next video keep safe 😊👍🏻

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it, Mark. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@iannicholson5107]

I woke early and caught up with your posts. There are worse things. A very old friend sent me your link some time ago. I must remember to buy him a drink. I have had more indifferent mornings. I will buy that annoyingly silly little girl who lives on the ground floor one of your books for Christmas because it will be a good thing to do and make her smile. We should do good things or traverse canals. Which ever happy incident comes first. With thanks, you make me smile. Travel well..

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am very grateful to your friend too! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@williamgrey6486]

I really enjoy your adventures..I also enjoy your scetch book and drawings. Regards And much luck in your future travels. Will

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much ☺️ Take care 🦋🌻

[@brianwalker9185]

Love love love your vlog, your art, your pooch, your life and you. Keep up the good work.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

[@jennyfulcher8035]

I love the wet Zephyr Eeyore on the map as you plotted your course. Beautiful moth with the unfortunate broken wing. I've also been intrigued by the Plume moth with its horizontal wings. How does it fly? And the weather-beatened Speckle-wood moth is still beautiful. I recently bought an illustrated Butterflies & Moths book hoping to draw some and eventually create some fantastical imagery with them. 🦋 Have a wonderful weekend! Jenny

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I have only seen a plume moth at rest so it would be wonderful to watch it fly! I hope you get round to creating your amazing butterfly and moth art. Thank you for your lovely comment, Jenny. Take care 🌻🦋

[@katienorthenmore1892]

oh. my.. "you cant fix a broken wing on a butterfly!" how beautiful, that really touch my soul ,xxx thank you 🦋🦋

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Katie. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@damonrobus-clarke533]

Though others have already said, I think your videos are so uplifting and relaxing, just a bit of joy in a sometimes difficult world! Sorry to ramble a bit 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is really kind of you and not a ramble at all! I really appreciate the fact that you've taken the time to tell me that. Thank you so much! 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@damonrobus-clarke533]

@@themindfulnarrowboat you are welcome! Have a great weekend yourself 😃

[@joemacha6717]

Hope you’re healing well after your loss of your friend take care

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so thoughtful of you. It was my friend’s funeral this week and she had a beautiful send off organised by her incredible children. I have good days and bad days, but thank you for asking. Take care 🌻🦋

[@joemacha6717]

❤ to you and the beautiful girl with the big ears

[@DianneChance-j5q]

Nothing beats being outside with nature the weather can be a bind but as van dwellers like you we embrace all the elements throw at us stay safe🙏🙏

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Definitely embrace the elements- that’s so true! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@stevemendenhall6284]

Another great voyage on Alice Grace. You made us feel sorry for the butterfly and I know that if you could have fixed it’s wing you would have and the poor orphaned grebes left behind as the family moves on you are such a kind person and really do make the world a better place. Have a great week and I hope Alice will be safe while you are away. Steve

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It would be wonderful to be able to fix a butterfly's wings wouldn't it? Don't worry about the Grebes, Steve because the male adult and female adult separate and take their favourite chicks with them so no chicks are orphaned completely.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🦋🌻

[@bradmoyer9737]

Thank you for a glimpse into the day to day realities of the lifestyle. In my minds eye, It is easy for me to view your lifestyle through rose colored glasses, and a romanticized version of life on the waterways. After watching your travels on all the various iterations of waterways, I am still happily amazed at the water quality and their support of nature. After hundreds of years of heavy industries using them for every imaginable purpose, it’s obvious a large number of people have put a tremendous amount of work into getting them into their current state. Thank you, for another wonderful video!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It really is a huge undertaking to maintain the canals isn’t it? Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@samjones6347]

You make tea look good. And your cookies are looking delicious too

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I do love a cup of tea! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@PaulWest_Videographer]

I never knew until now that great crested grebe parents choose a favourite of their young, and the family separate and go their own way. I found that very interesting indeed. It was great to see that Anderton Boat Lift Bridge up close like that. Looking forward to when you go up that !! 🙂 I can'r wait 'til next Friday. Take care.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Isn't it interesting about the grebes? I'm not sure how the male decides which ones he takes and the female decides which ones she takes, but I bet there is a valid reason?Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

Great video on channel keep in cranking it and living the dream on the cut thanks for the share on the channel thanks lee

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Lee! Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@stevea9604]

A rainy start…Makes you appreciate the nicer weather 👍🏻🌞😎

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

So true! Take care 🦋🌻

[@sharonsmith583]

Im new to your channel and am binge watching your lovely vlog. Poor Zeph was over it, walking in the rain!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Welcome back to the channel, Sharon 🤗 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@irenebrown8363]

Hi Vanessa this is indeed a joy to follow you ,in all your adventures large and small a joy take care have a good week ❤❤❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Irene!Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@johnseitz6578]

All the beautiful scenery and plants and animals you film are wonderful to see, but there's nothing better than to see Zephry play and dance for her ball or a stick! What a great companion! I'm glad you include her in each video! Thanks for a chance to see how life is like on the canals!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Zephyr has it written into her contract that she appears in each vlog!🐾🐾😂 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@rew3103]

Many thanks. Much needed this week. Off to ours tomorrow for the final cruise of this summer Take care and cheers :)

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Have a wonderful cruise; I hope the sun shines on you all!Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@MrLangDog]

I'm really liking the variety on the river ! I hope you don't get a parking ticket 😆. Beautiful ending as usual.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

No parking ticket luckily! 😅 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@louisewhite9152]

Hi Vanessa it’s only me - I’ve had another good week healthwise and I started doing physio every day now - the new pain medication seems to be working - I hope you’re okay and keeping well. I haven’t watched the Vlog/video yet. I missed the notification flashing up - I’ve taken your advice about the cameras in the bird boxes for the Robbins, it’s on my Christmas list to get one each for my mum dad and my brother ~ The weather has certainly taken a cold spell mind you we are in autumn now - my mum and dad always feed the birds and so does my brother all year round but especially over winter they get a lot extra - in the birdfeeders and also in little dishes on the floor for the wildlife - have a great weekend and look forward to seeing you next week - sending loads of love and loads of hugs as always ~ Xxx Xxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a wonderful message, Louise! I am delighted to hear that you have had a good week, health wise. Long may that continue. If you get your cameras, then they can go up by the bird feeders until nesting season and by the wildlife areas too.Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@chrisabbott7458]

Love the pigtails! First time I have been able to watch your vlog for several weeks due to reception difficulties.Now in Tamworth and the reception is fine. The wildlife items in this vlog are excellent.Hope you have a good week.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Tamworth is lovely isn't it? Are the beautiful pigs still there by the canal? Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@BigD63]

Great video Vanessa, love the content. Best regards from Chicago

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@butchieblock9118]

@00:33, I talk to my animals like that as well! INCLUDING CATS!!! And even my Muscovy duck flock!!! You have quite the knack of bringing/sharing reality to us animal lovers!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Our animals really listen don't they?Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@dexterfitben]

Personally, I like to wait to the end to see what biscuit selection goes with the tea.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m delighted that you wait until the end! Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@martystacey4429]

What a lovely vid (as always👌) Just a thought..... Perhaps the Grebe parents chose not the chick, but the one that needed more intense parenting in order to survive? Just my thoughts🤔 KTF🙏

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Each adult splits off with the chicks of their choice so all chicks have an adult with them but they cease to be one whole family anymore; but perhaps there is a deeper reasoning to which adult chooses which chicks, like you say.Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@MickStrain]

Another beautiful serene relaxing vlog, totally unexpected a mention for my no.1 hero/superstar ever… Gary Barlow

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Gary Barlow is a legend isn’t he? Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@colettemccoy2921]

If it wasn’t for rainy days would we enjoy the sunny days as much (zephyrs like where is my rain gear nice lady) oh and more treats please ❤😊thxs needed a good gab n tea ❤😊good scritch for Zephyr

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Exactly! Zephyr really doesn't like raincoats; her tail tucks between her legs when I put one on her. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@buffplums]

I like it when you put out your biscuits because I keep thinking… go on…have one more and you often do…. Lol don’t blame you xx😂 Hope you had a safe trip wherever you had to go and that Alice Grace was a good girl whilst you were away and safe x😂

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I went over the top with the biscuits this week didn't I? 🤭Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@johnharrison9317]

I am so inspired by your videos which are throughly entertaining, beautifully shot with such rich content. I am now about to purchase a boat..hope to see you on the cut :-)

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Congratulations! I hope you find your perfect boat. Take care 🌻🦋

[@rudikoch1164]

I watch a lot of politics, but if I want some peace and tranquillity. I watch your channel. I love your knowledge of your surroundings. The animals, the history of the waterways, and other historical events. You are also a talented writer and illustrator. Are you publishing your writing? Thank you for your beautiful program.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@babs675]

Another great trip with you, Vanessa ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@pilpelet100]

Thanks for another lovely video. I love Zepyr's Eeyore face! I hope that Alice Grace stays safe during your absence.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Alice Grace was fine- thank you for asking. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@caroledrury1411]

I’ve never waited for go either!!

[@EdRobertson-d2n]

Amazing video, Zephyr looked so fed up at the beginning Bless her, what a remarkable feat of engineering that lift bridge is, Such wonderful drawings too,...Thank You.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your comment, Ed. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@carljeffrey82]

GO, GO , REINA de RIO y de Canal, have fun with your first mate. I see 3 cookies, a good start on your journey. Have fun.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Carl! Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@plainandsimple2576]

It’s hard to believe it is Fall already! Thank you for sharing, again a peaceful blog! Take care ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Time flies doesn't it?Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@viewfrommylensjane]

In England we say autumn

[@plainandsimple2576]

@@viewfrommylensjane yes of course, Autumn 🍂. Lovely 😊

[@pamelalynn3855]

Loved the grocery haul 😂!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

👍 Thank you ☺️ Take care 🦋🌻

[@Steven-u5w]

Wow! Thank you! Yet again! Wonderful, wonderful and with check out more of your videos God bless! Thanks again

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your comment, Steven. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@JanMarcin-j1l]

Vanesso przepieknie Ci w warkoczach . Dzięki za kolejną wodną przygodę!!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@andrewswatland4622]

Thanks Vanessa for a great start to the weekend 😘. The fragrance of wet labrador. Mmmmmm! 🤣

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Wet Labrador and bin bags! 🤭Thank you so much for your comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@stevea9604]

Wonderful scents 🐶😁👍🏻

[@butchbinion1560]

Thanks, you’re just amazing.. ✌🏻👊🏼

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are very kind 😊 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🦋🌻

[@ronaldhathaway1613]

Thanks the video was great and the cookies look real good.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Ronald! 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@richardterry9788]

Lovely xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you 🌻🦋

[@cabbepe]

In Sweden we don’t flatten cans because of sorting and recycling instructions.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That makes sense. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@TrishBailey-m1d]

I do look forward to your video on a Friday...just home from a lovely day trip to Southwold...had a paddle and an ice-cream...and watch your adventure to bring the day to an end.Thank you so much...take care.love to you all from Walter cat and me.xxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Wow 🤩 wasn’t it cold in the sea? Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care. Hugs to Walter Cat! Take care 🌻🦋

[@davidlewis4079]

We always try to guess what you are having with your tea. Both wrong tonight 😂 in Paris for a few nights been to Versailles gor the day absolutely fantastic. Your vlog ended the day perfectly😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

How wonderful to be in beautiful Paris! Enjoy!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@chrishobbs58]

Hello again! This was both a beautiful and poignant episode. I felt touched, by the hard choices made by the adult grebes and by the struggles of that poor butterfly. Balanced by the joys of the wildlife around them. That boat lift is indeed impressive, can't wait to see you go up it. Thanks again, and best wishes! As always!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Chris. I am so pleased that you found it a poignant episode. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@riceyo62]

Just before you put the biscuits on the saucer.. I said to my self I'll guess jammy dodgers .. I was right..hurray😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Well done! You must be a mind reader! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@LKBRICKS1993]

Great video really enjoyed it.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@jay0kew]

3:46 the magical word '"biscuits" got the full attention !

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It didn’t!😂🐾🐾 Thank you for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@trevorbarrett9971]

Thank you for sharing more of your experiences, and knowledge of the natural world, as well as the narrowboat life. Nature is what it is - both beautiful and ruthless, in our eyes. Had no idea about the Grebes, that was sad, but not as sad as the 'broken' butterfly, which, despite your help could only end one way, I guess.....

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Trevor, the grebes are ok because they are either with the adult male or the adult female. I don't think I explained that clearly so I'm sorry about that. I wish that I could have helped the butterfly though but at least it had a nice shaded leaf to fall asleep on and pass away. That is a nice way to go I suppose?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@trevorbarrett9971]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Hi Vanessa, I should have Googled to find that out, sorry. Good to hear that the chicks don't get abandoned! It's hard for those of us that believe, or know, that everything has a purpose, and a right to live. I suspect most people wouldn't even have noticed the butterfly, let alone wanting to give a last kindness. Take care, and a big hug to Zephyr!

[@CindyColbourne]

❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤ Another great 👍 video…

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@annjarvis9300]

Wonderful vlog has always the poor butterfly s I rescued a tree bee with a drop of water n sugar it rested up over night gave more for its brekky and latter it went on its way tc now the oldies 🤗👍🤗👍

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Oh Ann- well done for rescuing the bee! ❤️🐝It must have been wonderful to see it revived. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi Vanessa, I just love the way you enjoy nature. It is so good to see someone getting so excited of butterflies birds etc etc it’s just so wonderful you are such a kind and wonderful person. Keep up the good work. Always enjoy your videos , Cliff from Logan City, Queensland Australia. We are on the big island

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment, Cliff! Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@Peace-tk3gr]

Here in durban, South Africa too. Thank you 🌸

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Sounds wonderful 🤩 Take care 🌻🦋

[@sc3pt1c4L]

You nourish my soul. Thank you!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@rebeccacorser-wallace9885]

Fantastic vlog ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you 😊 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@gillianbyford9768]

THANKS 😢🙂😍

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻